I Would Like One of Mother's Teas in Aunt Jane's Parlor
A girl narrator muses on hosting a tea in Aunt Jane's parlor amid deathly mourning and cousinly quirks. She notes her father's distant behavior and considers potential new mothers among Aunt Jane's circle including Miss Grace Ann Sanborn and Mrs. Darling. The passage hints at Mr. Harlow's presence and a looming family dynamic shift.
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Aunt Jane
Father
Mother
Jane
Boston
Mr. Harlow
Mr. Carl Harlow
Pather
Mary
Harlow
Die
Hattie
Observatory
Professor Snow
Mercy
Misa Grace Ann Sanborn
Scheme Church
Mrs. Darling
Mra. Darling
Minas Grace Ann
Miss Grace Ann
Skeletons in the Closet and a Child’s Outcry
A girl recounts family tragedy and social stigma after a father's death and a mother's separation, facing Aunt Jane's judgment and the town’s gossip. She defends her mother, laments custody tensions, and rebels against perceived moral scrutiny while yearning for her mother’s embrace. The entry ends with unrest over school cliques and a party exclusion, promising continuation.
Downstairs Store Boys and Girls Shoes Ad
Children's and growing girls tan lace shoes in English styles with Goodyear welts and Goodyear web soles. Sizes span child to youth, with price points from 5.50 to 9.00 and varying widths and toe shapes. Includes teens and boys styles in tan and black with multiple size ranges.
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Goodyear
Fresh New Tub Frocks Prompt School Fashion Debut
Bright new frocks arrive for the upcoming school term offering styles to delight school girls and mothers. Sizes 7 to 12 years priced modestly at 3.25 dollars, matching the thrill of a new teacher and new acquaintances.
Outing Flannel Gowns Priced at Two Ninety Five On Sale
Autumn hints appear as white outing flannel gowns described in slip over style with low neck patch pockets and stitched shirring. Blue stitching accents neck and pockets add a decorative touch.
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Talready
Hair-bow Ribbons for School Wear at 35 Cents
New stock at The Downstairs Store offers Hair-Bow Ribbons five inches wide in colors Old-rose red white navy Copenhagen light blue pink and black. Priced at 35 cents per yard, the ad promotes bulk buying for economy and good quality.
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Copenhagen
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Mary Marie
Eleanor H Porter
Peter
Grandpe
Mattie
Mary Maste
Mary Marte
Hosten
Seome
Brunswick
House of
Brunswick Records
Third Avenue
University and
Seneca
Kraser-l’aterseon Coy
Mr. Darting
Suz
Court
Stella Mayhew
Frederick & Nelson
Fifth Avenue
Pine Street
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